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BJP assassinated Mahatma Gandhi for second time by changing MGNREGA name, says Karnataka Minister Shivraj Tangadagi

The Minister alleged that the BJP was acting under pressure from the RSS and was driven by a Manusmriti mindset that was hostile to Dalits, women and marginalised communities

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 11:08 am

We will change landscape of Kalaburagi in the next two-and-a-half years, says Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge

The Minister laid the foundation stone for civic work worth 108.82 crore under various schemes of the Kalaburagi City Corporation

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 10:58 am

Prabuddha Academy launched in Kalaburagi to provide quality competitive exam coaching in Kalyana Karnataka

Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Priyank Kharge suggested that IAS and IPS officers from the region volunteer to teach aspirants at the academy

The Hindu 12 Jan 2026 10:09 am

12% of 34,000 muzrai temples in Karnataka missing: Survey

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 9:57 am

Bengaluru Accenture techie murder: How trusted neighbour turned killer; 'love-struck' accused sneaked into flat from window

A Bengaluru software engineer was murdered and her flat set ablaze, initially believed to be a house fire. Investigators discovered she was smothered by a neighbor after resisting his advances, who then attempted to destroy evidence. The accused confessed to the brutal crime, which was uncovered by forensic and postmortem findings.

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 9:06 am

IMD Sounds Rain Alert For Karnataka, Bengaluru On Watch

According to the Meteorological Department, several districts across Karnataka, including Bengaluru, will continue to see rainy, chilly, and foggy conditions in the coming days.

News18 12 Jan 2026 8:40 am

Give me subsidy, I'm alive: Belagavi farmer battles records that declared him dead 5 years ago

A Karnataka farmer, Irappa Nagappa Abbai, has been officially declared dead for five years, preventing him from accessing government benefits. The shocking error occurred when a village accountant mistakenly recorded his death while issuing his son's death certificate in 2021. Now, Irappa is navigating bureaucratic hurdles to prove he is alive and eligible for a drip irrigation subsidy.

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 6:58 am

Padikkal, Sarfaraz in focus as Mumbai meet Karnatka

Vijay Hazare Trophy Bengaluru, Jan 11: Sarfaraz Khan and Devdutt Padikkal would be expected to extend their breathtaking form when domestic heavyweights Mumbai and Karnataka meet in the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinals here on Monday. The second quarterfinal between Uttar Pradesh and Saurashtra will also be held at the Centre of Excellence on Monday. Karnatakas []

The Shillong Times 12 Jan 2026 6:24 am

Bottoms up! Liquor licences see marginal rise in Karnataka

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 5:09 am

Accenture techie murdered in Bengaluru: Student plotted killing after she resisted his advances; flat set ablaze to mask crime

A Bengaluru software engineer's death, initially thought to be from a house fire, has been reclassified as murder. A second-year pre-university student was arrested for allegedly smothering the woman after she resisted his advances and then setting her flat ablaze to conceal the crime.

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 1:03 am

Dayananda Sagar University to launch satellite today

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 12:42 am

Tension in Neredmet After Man Desecrates Place of Worship; Accused Arrested Amid Protests

According to Malkajgiri zonal DCP Ch Sridhar the accused is a native of Bidar district in Karnataka. The accused was spotted by locals who stopped him.

Deccan Chronicle 12 Jan 2026 12:21 am

Goth horror meets folklore in an immersive theatre experience

With the story set in the 1800s, the venue - a 160 year old building located in the heart of old Bengaluru - becomes a character itself

The Times of India 12 Jan 2026 12:00 am

Repair work of Hipparagi reservoir gate in final stage

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:59 pm

Vedant Foundation honours journalists, police and teachers

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:55 pm

Doctor arrested for storing ganja at home

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:40 pm

Former Isro cheif highlights AI, ethics at GM Univ convo

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:34 pm

Image of Gavi Mutt seer carrying rice bag goes viral

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:33 pm

Woman raped after being forced to consume liquor; 3 held

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:18 pm

Mentally ill Dalit woman sexually harassed

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:16 pm

FPAI mission to prevent cervical cancer

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:16 pm

Cong members stage hunger strike opposing VB-G Ram G Act

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:16 pm

Hosapete man cheated of Rs 44.5 lakh

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:15 pm

Six killed in two separate road accidents in Chitradurga

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 11:13 pm

G-RAM-G row a test for Vijayendra and Karnataka BJP

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 10:03 pm

Indian Army officer from Bengaluru wins UN Secretary Generals Award 2025

Under her initiative and command, the team successfully conducted short- and long-distance patrols, integrated reverie patrols, and dynamic air patrols to far-flung counties of the host nation

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 9:59 pm

YouTube channel booked for uploading misleading PU exam paper

The uploaded content allegedly mimicked the Hindi language preparatory examination paper for PU students scheduled to be held on January 9

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 9:13 pm

Bengaluru woman arrested for assaulting home guard who advised her to wear 'decent clothes'

A private company employee was arrested for assaulting a home guard in Bengaluru. The accused allegedly attacked the home guard after being advised to wear more decent clothing and avoid walking on the busy road. The home guard sustained bleeding injuries to her face and nose during the violent assault.

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 8:46 pm

'Hard work brought me this far': Shivakumar confident about what Congress may decide for him

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar stated his hard work brought him to his current position. He is confident about the Congress party's future decisions concerning him. This comes amid speculation about a change in the chief minister's post. Shivakumar also addressed criticism from within his community and challenged opposition leaders to a debate on MGNREGA.

The Economic Times 11 Jan 2026 8:33 pm

Tracing Traffic Violations: Helmetless riding dominates Bengalurus traffic violations in 2025

2025 was also the year that traffic police personnel returned to the streets to book cases, drawing the ire of many

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 8:31 pm

PM should speak on jobs not give history lessons, says Priyank Kharge

He criticises Union Home Minister Amit Shah for prioritising political destabilisation over border protection and internal security

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 8:31 pm

Karnataka Hate Speech Bill: CM Siddaramaiah may press Governor to clear it amid BJP's resistance

There is a sense of unease in the ruling Congress after the Lok Bhavan said in a statement, last week, that the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill was under its consideration.

The Economic Times 11 Jan 2026 8:13 pm

Hazare Trophy: Karnataka meets Mumbai in marquee clash; Saurashtra runs into red-hot U.P.

Delhi, riding on its pace trio, starts favourite against Vidarbha while Punjab locks horns with Madhya Pradesh in Tuesdays quarterfinal encounters

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 8:03 pm

Woman Raped After Being Picked Up In Auto In Karnataka's Hubballi, Videos Circulated; 3 Held

According to police, the woman had come to Hubballi around six weeks ago from another district following a dispute with her husband.

News18 11 Jan 2026 8:03 pm

It is wrong to compare Siddaramaiah with Urs, says Jagadish Shettar

Stating that Siddaramaiah has not done anything of significance, the BJP MP says that infighting in the Congress is affecting governance in the State

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 8:00 pm

Indias oldest Open Circuit Wind Tunnel at IISc gets an upgrade

Over the past 66 years, the OCWT has conducted more than 370 test campaigns

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 7:52 pm

Karnataka Maritime Board identifies 10 islands for tourism projects under the PPP model

Of the islands, seven are in Uttara Kannada and three in the Udupi district. Total investment for the projects is estimated at 313.5 crore

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 7:34 pm

Ahead of Union Budget, Karnataka seeks release of dues

Ahead of the Union Budget, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged the Centre to release its dues and has referred to the economic conditions in the State owing to GST rate rationalization, increased social commitment, change in weather condition, and increasing urbanisation

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 7:29 pm

Business education courses should be tailored to suit current dynamics, says scholar

Digital technology is transforming education like never before, according to Sriram Baldona

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 7:03 pm

BJP leader found dead in Davangere

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 6:51 pm

Kerala Minister P. Rajeeve questions Congress silence over Karnatakas criticism of Malayalam Language Bill

Creating an impression that the State has taken a stand against Karnataka, where a lot of Keralites live, will send out a wrong message, says the Minister

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 6:50 pm

Two rape accused beaten up in Hubballi

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 6:45 pm

Young graduates should guide AI transformation responsibly, says scientist

Mylswamy Annadurai was delivering the convocation address at GM Universitys first convocation in Davangere

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 6:34 pm

BJP central leaders prefer coalition for local bodies polls amidst concerns over protecting cadres interests

However, the final decision is yet to be taken on whether to fight the local bodies polls through an alliance

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 5:31 pm

Three men arrested in Karnatakas Hubballi over rape, circulation of videos

Hubballi: A 35-year-old woman was allegedly raped by two men here, and photos and videos of the incident were circulated on a messaging platform, police said on Sunday. Two men accused of raping the woman and a third person who circulated videos of the incident have been arrested and will be produced in court, police Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 11 Jan 2026 5:30 pm

OnBoard technology helps visually impaired passengers identify KSRTC buses in Mysuru

OnBoard is a patented radio-frequency (RF) based technology developed at IIT Delhi specifically to help visually impaired individuals identify and board buses.

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 5:05 pm

Karnataka shocker: Woman picked up in auto, raped by 2 men in Hubballi; arrested

Two men have been arrested for allegedly raping a 35-year-old woman in Hubballi and circulating visuals of the assault. A third person was apprehended for sharing the footage. The woman, who had been living in the city for about six weeks, is stable and undergoing medical examination.

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 3:19 pm

2 Men Arrested For Abducting, Sexually Assaulting Woman In Karnataka

Police in Karnataka's Hubballi arrested two men for abducting a woman, sexually assaulting her, and filming the act, while another man was arrested for circulating the obscene visuals on WhatsApp. The incident occurred on Friday.

NDTV 11 Jan 2026 2:25 pm

Karnataka hate speech Bill not returned, Governor has neither rejected nor approved it: Siddaramaiah

The Karnataka CM also questioned the BJPs move to take out a padayatra from Ballari to Bengaluru on January 17, to condemn the clashes over banner that killed one.

The Hindu 11 Jan 2026 1:44 pm

No Fight for CM's Chair in Karnataka Congress: Siddaramaiah

Speculations over a possible change in chief minister in the state gained traction after the Congress government reached the halfway mark of its five-year term on November 20

Deccan Chronicle 11 Jan 2026 1:18 pm

Karnataka seeks GST revenue protection, more tobacco excise duty sharing from Centre

Karnataka government has called on the Union Government, in the forthcoming Union Budget 2026-27, to ensure revenue protection for States post-GST rationalisation, share excise duty and cess on pan masala and tobacco products, release pending Central dues under flagship schemes such as the Jal Jeevan Mission, and strengthen funding for rural employment, agriculture, and social protection.

The Economic Times 11 Jan 2026 12:03 pm

Bengaluru weather today: Bangalore wakes up to chilly morning as light drizzle sweeps city. Check full seven-day IMD forecast

Bengaluru Weather News Today Jan 11: Parts of Bengaluru received light drizzle on Sunday morning and the weather continues to remain cold in the city. The IMD has forecast light rains for today and has sounded a yellow alert for cold in Northern Karnataka. No severe weather warning has been issued for Bengaluru.

The Economic Times 11 Jan 2026 10:43 am

No clue of food poisoning: Nepalese man dead, 6 hospitalised in Bengaluru; police suspect coal stove smoke suffocation

A Nepalese man died and six others were hospitalized in Dharwad after a suspected suffocation incident. The men, who worked at a local eatery, reportedly slept in a closed room after cooking dinner on a coal-fired stove. Police suspect smoke inhalation as the cause of death, awaiting a postmortem report for confirmation.

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 7:29 am

Bengaluru techie murder: Husband hired hitman, paid Rs 1.5 lakh; shot wife when he didnt turn up

Investigation into Bhuvaneshwari's murder reveals her husband, Balamurugan, hired a habitual offender from Salem for Rs 1.5 lakh. The hired man, Moulesh Kumar, conducted a recce and advised Balamurugan, but the husband ultimately committed the act himself. Kumar was arrested on a body warrant.

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 7:12 am

Bengaluru horror: Pistol misfires twice, woman escapes as ex-boyfriend tries to shoot her

A 25-year-old man was arrested in Bengaluru after allegedly attempting to shoot his girlfriend with an illegal pistol. The weapon misfired twice, allowing the woman to escape and alert police. Investigations are underway into the source of illegal firearms on the city outskirts.

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 6:22 am

Bengaluru: Two generations, one problem; constant scrolling takes a cognitive toll

Neurologists observe that both Baby Boomers and Gen Z exhibit excessive smartphone dependence, leading to a decline in core cognitive skills like memory and attention. While the causes differ, the pattern of reduced brain engagement due to AI and digital habits is strikingly similar across generations.

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 6:04 am

Top seed Martinez downs Skatov for title

The Times of India 11 Jan 2026 3:58 am